Physical Therapist at MACON HOSPITAL INC

Lafayette, Tennessee, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Treatment Planning, Quality Assurance, Performance Improvement, CPR Certification, Physical Therapy, Assessment, Rehabilitation, Communication, Teamwork, Supervision, Patient Evaluation, Documentation, Safety Protocols, Manual Therapy, Exercise Prescription

Industry

Description

MACON COMMUNITY HOSPITAL Position Description Department Name: Rehabilitation Job Title: Physical Therapist Reports to (Title): Director of Rehabilitation Supervises: (Positions) Physical Therapy Assistant, Technicians, Support Staff and Students I.Position Summary: Develops individualized treatment plan based on evaluation of patient. Provides direct patient care and delegates appropriately to support staff. Provides ongoing direction to patient care and evaluates outcomes. Responsible to actively participate in quality assurance/performance improvement activities to ensure processes are meeting the intended goal/outcome, to identify opportunities for improvement, and to be accountable for the quality of care provided in their respective area. II.Position Requirements: A.Licensure/Certification/Registration: RPT, state license or eligibility B.Education: BA, BS or MS in Physical Therapy C.Experience: One (1) year previous related experience D.Special qualifications: CPR certified with American Heart Association III.Degree of Supervision Required: Involves general guidance and direction by Clinical Supervisor and/or Department Manager.The employee will be expected to perform most ob duties independently and in accordance with established departmental andhospital policies and procedures. IV. Ages of Patients Served: This position requires competence in assessment, treatment, and/or care for the age groups indicated. The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care, based on physical, educational, safety, and related criteria, appropriate to the age of the patients served in his/her assigned service area. The skills and knowledge needed to provide such care may be gained through education, training, or experience. Birth - 1 Year Infant 2-12 Year Pediatric 13-18 Years Adolescent 19-69 Years Adult 70 + Geriatric N/A No responsibility to treat or care for patients V. Working Conditions: Hospital rooms, common areas, clinical departments, and hospital grounds. Potential hazards include: Exposure to None Some Frequent Very Frequent Exposure to None Some Frequent Very Frequent • toxic/caustic chemicals X • blood or body fluids X •extreme conditions, hot or cold X • communicable diseases X • dust/fumes/ gases X •unprotected heights X • moving mechanical arts X • CRT (computer) Monitor X •potential electric shock X •frequent, repetitive motions X • x-ray electromagnetic energy X • other (as listed) • high pitched Noises X • needles or other sharp objects X VI. Physical Requirements: Must be able to climb, kneel, stoop and perform assigned duties under semi-stressful situations. Physical demands require performing heavy cleaning projects with short notice. Visual acuity is required in order to ensure that work is being done correctly. Work is moderately heavy with frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds or more with assistance, and pushing up to 300 pounds. Work also involves considerable walking, standing, pushing and pulling of equipment. Frequent lifting of patients with assistance. Must have full use of upper and lower extremities and the ability to walk up to three (3) miles per shift. Must have valid driver’s license. VII. Personal Protective Equipment: This position requires the use of personal protective equipment during various tasks/activities. Personal protective equipment includes, but is not limited to, gloves, masks and safety glasses. I have reviewed these job requirements and verify that I can perform all essential functions of this position. I understand that information regarding patients at this facility is confidential and is not to be disclosed without written authorization of the patient or authorized representative. I will discuss patient's information only in the course of my duties and never in open areas such as hallways, snack bar, etc., where it might be overheard by visitors or other patients, or outside of the hospital while off duty. I also understand that information in some patient's records may be governed by federal regulation and that disclosure of such information is punishable by fine or imprisonment, even after I leave the employment of the facility. I certify that I have completed HIPAA training and will honor all policies and procedures. I understand that violations of these policies and procedures may result in sanctions. I agree to abide by all local, state and federal laws.

Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist develops individualized treatment plans based on patient evaluations and provides direct patient care while delegating tasks to support staff. They are also responsible for evaluating patient outcomes and participating in quality assurance activities.